Can I use Xbox 360 controller with Xbox one?
Rachel Newton
Updated on May 02, 2026
The Xbox One can not directly accept input from an Xbox 360 controller - however, with Windows 10, there is a work around. In this form, Xbox 360 controllers will work for playing Xbox One games. You can directly plug in a wired controller, or use an adapter, if you are using the wireless controllers.
Hereof, what controllers are compatible with Xbox 360?
Xbox 360 devices:
- Microsoft Xbox 360 Wired Controller.
- Microsoft Xbox 360 Wireless Controller.
- Arcade Game Stick.
- Batarang Wired.
- BETOP GAME FOR WINDOWS.
- Big Ben Controller.
- DOA4 Stick.
- Game Stop Gamepad (Various Models)
Similarly, will Xbox 360 Kinect games work on Xbox one? No Xbox 360 games that require the Kinect for Xbox 360 sensor are back-compatible. All Xbox One titles that require or use Kinect for Xbox One will work with Xbox One X provided the user has the required Kinect Adapter for Xbox One S/X models.
Then, what controllers are compatible with Xbox one?
The best Xbox One controllers for 2020
- Xbox One Wireless Controller. The standard controller that comes with every Xbox One console also happens to be one of the best you can get for the system.
- Xbox Design Lab Controller.
- Razer Wolverine Ultimate.
- Hori Fighting Commander.
- Xbox Adaptive Controller.
- PDP Wired Controller.
- Hyperkin Duke Wired Controller.
How do you connect Xbox 360 controller to Xbox?
Connect a wireless Xbox controller
- Turn on your console.
- Press and hold the Guide button on the controller until it turns on.
- Press and release the connect button on the console.